Loveseats
1930s Italian Futurist Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
20th Century French Modern Loveseats
Leather, Upholstery
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Wool
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Oak, Wood
1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Bentwood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Oak, Wool
2010s Italian Art Deco Loveseats
Suede, Satin, Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Philippine Loveseats
Fabric, Upholstery, Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Foam, Plywood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Loveseats
Foam, Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Loveseats
Metal, Stainless Steel
2010s Chippendale Loveseats
Fabric, Mahogany
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Oak
1890s British Antique Loveseats
Fruitwood
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Loveseats
Gold Leaf
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Bouclé, Walnut
20th Century Louis XV Loveseats
Fabric, Wood
2010s American Post-Modern Loveseats
Cherry
2010s German Modern Loveseats
Steel
Late 20th Century Philippine Loveseats
Upholstery, Rattan
1970s French Victorian Vintage Loveseats
Rattan
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Iron, Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Steel
Early 19th Century British Chippendale Antique Loveseats
Upholstery, Mahogany
20th Century Rustic Loveseats
Wood, Fabric, Hickory
1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Loveseats
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century American Victorian Loveseats
Horn
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Suede, Wood
20th Century Victorian Loveseats
Iron
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
1980s American Bohemian Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery, Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Plastic
1970s American Art Deco Vintage Loveseats
Leather, Wood
1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Fabric, Teak
2010s German Modern Loveseats
Steel
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Metal, Chrome
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
1820s English Regency Antique Loveseats
Fruitwood
1990s Swiss Modern Loveseats
Leather, Wood
20th Century British Anglo-Indian Loveseats
Teak
1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Loveseats
Upholstery
19th Century Austrian Antique Loveseats
Upholstery, Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Loveseats
Velvet, Wood
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Loveseats
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood, Fruitwood, Burl
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Steel
Late 18th Century British Chippendale Antique Loveseats
Velvet, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
Late 19th Century English Chippendale Antique Loveseats
Upholstery, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Loveseats
Fabric, Plastic
Antique, New and Vintage Loveseats
Antique and vintage loveseats are functional and totally charming furniture in homes large and small these days. They first appeared in the 17th and 18th centuries, though they were not yet known by this endearing term.
These petite, two-seat sofas were originally intended to comfortably sit a woman clad in what were the era’s large and elaborate dresses — ornate hooped garments with copious folds of fabric, embroidery and lace. However, because the original seats featured just enough space for two, they quickly became popular for couples that were courting. Loveseats meant that the couples could engage in close conversation, but furniture makers ensured that there was enough space between sitters to prioritize modesty.
In the early days of loveseats, the furnishings were minimalist in appearance and could often be found in an s-shape, with the two sides facing each other. The spare seating was initially little more than a wooden bench, as loveseats weren’t yet upholstered or cushioned. Design of the seating evolved over time, and this wide chair was eventually padded and tufted for comfort. During the 1800s, loveseats were a luxurious addition to the homes of the wealthy, and even today, antique 19th-century loveseats are still quite alluring. In any lavishly decorated parlor of the Victorian era, you might find a pair of partygoers tucked into a particularly plush iteration of these cozy perches, one boasting arched crests of carved mahogany over its sculpted seats, with front cabriole legs resolving in paw feet.
In modern homes, loveseats — even antique Victorian loveseats — pair well with oversize sofas or are ideal replacements for sofas, particularly if you’re working on organizing and furnishing a smaller space. A loveseat is a stylish addition to a home library or a reading nook and can easily be situated at the foot of the bed in your bedroom. In the living room, you may wish to position your vintage loveseat and couch around a central focal point, such as a distinguishing architectural feature or a fireplace. But be sure to leave some walking room between your seating and any nearby coffee tables or side tables. Allow for around two feet for guests to pass between a couch and chair or loveseat and at least a foot between a loveseat and coffee table.
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